Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.
At Zoetis, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Looking for your chance to work for the #1 Animal Health company in the world? Zoetis is looking for the next amazing colleague to join the family.
Benefits Include:
$500 Sign on Bonus
Great Health Benefits from day 1!
4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
401(k) match with company profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
Position Summary
Working under moderate to minimal supervision, perform manufacturing procedures for the production of bacterial antigens in accordance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures and USDA and Zoetis policies and guidelines. Maintain proper documentation and records in accordance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) principles. Maintain a safe work environment as well demonstrate reliability in attendance. Demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal and written skills. Utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems.
Hours: 3rd shift, 10:00pm - 6:30am. Overtime, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
Position Responsibilities
- Set up and operation of fermentors, centrifuge, concentrators, and various filtration equipment.
- Perform routine in-process testing using various instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, microscopes, and filter integrity testers.
- Perform media weigh and preparation processes to support fermentation process.
- Prepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment and media components to support daily processes.
- Clean, prep and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process.
- Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures.
- Comply with cGMP practices and documentation.
- Perform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment.
- Perform minor maintenance on fermentation and downstream processing equipment.
- Inform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions.
- Demonstrate good housekeeping practices.
- Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.)
- Work with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions.
- Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets.
- Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader
Education and Experience
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Job grade entry level commensurate to prior experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Four years of college with a bachelor's degree in science, or Business Administration, or four years of supervisory experience.
- Minimum of 4 yrs. experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of PC using window-based applications.
Technician Skills and Competencies Required
Minimum qualifications include:
- Ability to comprehend written and verbal directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Undergraduate degree or courses in biological sciences
- Demonstrated technical understanding of fermentor and downstream processing equipment.
- Proficient in aseptic technique
- Prior experience in a biological manufacturing setting
Physical Position Requirements
- Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Weekend and holiday work may be required.
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Connected to our purpose and Core Beliefs, at Zoetis, we lead with inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) focus helps create an environment where each colleague can thrive. Our commitment to DE&I begins with our leadership team of diverse backgrounds, experiences and ethnicities, and it is demonstrated in our support of our colleagues and the animal health industry. We have nine colleague resources groups whose members spread awareness, foster inclusivity and make a positive impact on our business and communities.
Our commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has earned us recognitions as a 2024 Catalyst Award recipient and a Top 50 Company for Workplace Fairness by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). Zoetis has also been named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, a Best Company for Working Parents, a Top Company for Executive Women, among many others. Learn more here.
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